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Despite a slow start this summer, Bengals LB Malik Jefferson could be the real deal

The Indianapolis Colts have fourth-and-one from midfield with 5:44 remaining in the first half of the Bengals vs. Colts preseason finale. Indianapolis shows single-back formation, strong left (where the tight end lines up), twins left (two wide receivers). Cincinnati responds with nickel, placing Jefferson and Hardy Nickerson at linebacker. Colts quarterback Phillip Walker secured the snap and handed off to running back Branden Oliver.

Jordan Willis, Sam Hubbard, Josh Tupou (another guy who made the roster with a strong preseason outing), and Andrew Brown neutralized the Colts offensive line, allowing Jefferson and Nickerson to roam freely.